Winter RV Resorts

Staying at the Pueblo El Mirage RV & Golf Resort for a couple of days before heading to my final winter destination in Tucson. In addition to resting after the long drive from Indio, I wanted to check out the Pueblo El Mirage for potential future winter residence.  Although the resort is very nice, the noise from military aircraft taking off and landing at nearby Luke AFB rules this resort out for me; its not constant but when they do fly over they are VERY loud!

In general, the idea of spending the winter at a large community-style resort is growing on me. The facilities (e.g., restrooms, fitness center, library, etc.) are typically very nice; people are friendly; and the resorts are generally quiet (other than the F-16s:). The Pueblo El Mirage resort is 55+ but not all are; however, it does tend to keep the noise levels down:) I'm not into golf but these large resorts have many other activities (wood working, painting, sculpting, dance, yoga, swimming, tennis, etc.).

If I decide to regularly spend the winter in one of these resorts, it would make sense to rent or purchase what is called a Park Model rather than rent a space for my Airstream as I'm doing in Tucson this winter. Park Models are small manufactured homes (lots of different styles I'm still learning about), often with a carport, storage shed, and 1-3 bedrooms; in addition to being larger than my AS, they'd also be easier to heat and more comfortable for long-term (5-6 months) stays. I could see myself renting or buying a Park Model in a large resort community in Tucson or other warm winter location; the key is finding the best location for me. If I did rent/buy a Park Model or lot, I'd need to store the Airstream in covered storage near the resort for the winter.

If you follow my blog, you'll notice my thinking is evolving and much is still to be decided; however, this winter will be a good opportunity to explore the Voyager and other Arizona resorts. In addition, I'm still keeping my eyes and ears open for house sitting or care taking opportunities. I'd need to store the AS to take advantage of a care taking opportunity, and because resorts typically do not refund for canceling reservations, house sitting/care taking opportunities would need to be at least 1 month in duration; 3+ months would be better.

It was 91 degrees in Phoenix yesterday and scheduled for 92 today; with shorter days, the heat feels great! Unfortunately, they just finished repairing the pool so it won't refill/open until I leave on Saturday:(

House at Pueblo El Mirage

Winter residents typically own or rent electric golf carts to get around these large resorts.

Entrance to Pueblo El Mirage RV & Golf Resort.

Landscaping; golf course in background.

The street I'm staying on; showing mixture of Park Models and RV lots.